LEGAL AID OF WESTERN MISSOURI
PARALEGAL – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UNIT
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
The Economic Development Unit of Legal Aid of Western Missouri is seeking a full-time litigation support paralegal in one of its satellite offices in Kansas City, Missouri.
This position supports one project attorney who litigates on behalf of a neighborhood association and community development corporation on targeted community improvement initiatives.
General responsibilities include community outreach; conducting interviews with clients; assisting with ongoing client communication; drafting advice letters, court pleadings, and other legal documents; gathering and analyzing information and records from third-parties to present to the project attorney; and assisting with file maintenance and other administrative duties.
Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
The qualified candidate must have the following:
Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree or certificate program in paralegal studies
Excellent oral and written communication skill, including knowledge of legal terminology and legal communication principles and practices
General computer skills and competency using Microsoft Word and Excel
Some local travel is required, so you must have a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle
Fluency in Spanish is encouraged, but not required
Salary $21.
79/hour + DOE
Benefits:
Medical Plans with PPO or HSA options
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical or dependent care
Health Savings Accounts
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holidays
Travel and parking reimbursement
401k and up to 3.
5% employer match
Please visit https://www.
lawmo.
org/careers/current-openings to submit your application, resume, and cover letter.
LAWMO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Those applicants requiring accommodation to the interview/application process should contact the Human Resources Department at HR@lawmo.
org.
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